Banteay Samré

Citadel of the Samré
Alternative Names
បន្ទាយសំរែ
Date
12th century
Work Parent
Angkor
Work Type
temple
Material/Technique
sandstone
laterite
Style/Period
Angkor Wat
Khmer (Thai Period)

This temple dedicated to Vishnu is one of the most complete complexes at Angkor. The French restored the monument by method of anastylosis, where reconstruction is done using the original tools and methods. The name "Samre" refers to an ethnic group from the region at the base of Phnom Kulen.

References

  • Angkor - Exterior: Entrance Walkway
    Exterior: Entrance walkway
  • Angkor - Exterior: Entrance Walkway
    Exterior: Entrance walkway, view of the temple
  • Angkor - Exterior: Entry Tower
    Exterior: Entry Tower
  • Angkor - Exterior: Library and Central Sanctuary
    Exterior: View of the southernmost library and the Central Sanctuary from within the second interior moat
  • Angkor - Interior: North Tower
    Interior: View of the second north tower, looking out at the first, or outermost, north tower
  • Panorama Tour